Industrial Espionage

Industrial espionage has been a significant issue for the US economy, costing billions annually. Historically, figures like Alexander Hamilton encouraged the practice to boost the US economy. During the Industrial Revolution, Samuel Slater smuggled British manufacturing secrets to the US. In modern times, the US has been a target of espionage, with cases involving the Soviet Union and China. The digital age has further evolved these practices.

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